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Overview

A fundamental overview of the U.S. International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR), this course will help you understand the U.S. laws and Federal agencies that regulate the export of hardware and technology from the U.S. Attendees will gain an understanding of how these regulations impact your ability to do business in the international marketplace.

Who should attend:

This introductory course is for business executives, international contracting specialists, contract managers and administrators, program and project managers, marketing professionals, engineers and other technical personnel, newly appointed export compliance officers, logistics personnel, and legal and financial advisors.

Learning Objectives: 
After completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Interpret the US munitions list
  • Recognize export licensing requirements
  • Initiate an internal compliance program
  • Self-classify hardware and/or technology 
  • Draft a commodity Jurisdiction Request
  • Register your organization with the State Department
  • Apply for an export license
  • Develop a technology transfer plan

DID YOU KNOW THAT WE ALSO HAVE AN ADVANCED ITAR COURSE?
Many Basic ITAR students attend Advanced ITAR course, providing attendees with maximum value for their training investment.

This course is sponsored by:



This course is sponsored by Barnes & Thornburg LLP.

Barnes & Thornburg LLP serves clients in more than 50 dedicated practice and industry areas from offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Delaware, Chicago, Indiana, California, Michigan, Minneapolis, Ohio, and Washington, D.C. Going the extra mile to help you with your complex legal needs. Visit btlaw.com.

Dates/Locations
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Agenda
Day 1
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
La Jolla, Hilton Head and Las Vegas September Weeklong Conference Locations
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Orlando, FL
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Las Vegas, NV (Platinum Hotel)
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
AMA in Arlington, VA
 
Day 2
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Orlando, FL
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
La Jolla, Hilton Head and Las Vegas September Weeklong Conference Locations
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
AMA in Arlington, VA
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Las Vegas, NV (Platinum Hotel)

DAY ONE
(Note - this is a one-day-only class during Las Vegas Government Contracts Week)    


Introduction to U.S. Export Control Laws and the ITAR
  • Policy, Agencies and Jurisdiction
  • Consequences of ITAR Control
  • Proscribed Destinations
What is a “Defense Article” or “Defense Service” under the ITAR 
  • U.S. Munitions List
  • President’s Export Control Reform Initiative
    • Goals and Status
    • Products Moving to CCL
    • Order of Review 
  • Sample Category VIII - Aircraft
    • Parts and components
    • Specially designed
  • “CJ” Requests
ITAR Registration Requirements 
  • Requirements, Fees and Process
  • Empowered Officials
  • Changes to Registration
  • Broker Registration
What is an “Export” under the ITAR
  • Shipments
  • Releases of Technical Data
Identifying ITAR Technical Data
  • Definition of Technical Data
  • Public Domain and Basic Marketing Information 

Practical Exercises
Deemed Exports
  • Foreign Persons
  • Hiring Practices
Violations and Penalties

Licensing Under the ITAR
  • What is Subject to the ITAR
  • Types of Licenses 
  • DTRADE and Licensing Process
  • Authorizations for Defense Services
  • Dual and Third Country National
Licensing Under the ITAR continued
  • Offshore Procurement
  • Grandfathering for Transition to CCL
  • Special Licensing Requirements
  • ITAR Licensing Exemptions
Questions 

DAY TWO 
Screening and Red Flags

Clearing ITAR Shipments for Export
  • Destination Control Statements
  • AES/EEI 
ITAR Compliance Programs
  • Elements of Program
  • Technology Transfer Control Plans
  • Compliance and Proscribed Countries
  • Compliance Audits
  • Training
  • Best Practices 
Enforcement
  • Voluntary Disclosures
  • Internal Corporate Investigations
  • Enforcement Case Study
  • Recent Cases
Questions
Experts
  • Nicholas Galbraith
    Partner, Barnes & Thornburg LLP
    Nicholas Galbraith advises domestic and international clients on a wide range of complex trade law issues. No matter how rapidly changing the regulatory environment, Nick remains focused on identifying what is important and relevant to his clients and creating a legal strategy that realizes their ob...
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  • Christine Sohar Henter
    Partner, Barnes & Thornburg LLP
    As a first generation American, Christine Sohar Henter exemplifies a passionate commitment to the practice of international trade law. She represents trade associations, governments, and corporate clients on international trade matters including import trade remedies, customs compliance, export cont...
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  • Linda Weinberg
    Partner, Barnes & Thornburg LLP
    Linda Weinberg provides practical advice to business and institutional clients on international trade law, including export controls, foreign assets control and customs. She works regularly with the U.S. and foreign government agencies that regulate international trade to help clients realize their...
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  • Theresa Youngblood
    Counsel, Barnes & Thornburg LLP
    Theresa Youngblood has significant international trade compliance and regulatory law experience and advises domestic and international entities in the public and private sectors on building successful strategies and on dispute resolution. She offers her clients the right mix of dedicated and driven,...
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  • Clinton Yu
    Partner, Barnes & Thornburg LLP
    Clinton Yu advises clients on compliance with U.S. trade and investment laws, including customs and import regulations, export controls (ITAR & EAR), economic sanctions (OFAC), and CFIUS.
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Accreditation
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Certificates of Completion are provided to all seminar participants who attend Federal Publications Seminars courses following the event, upon request.
CPE: Continuing Professional Education
Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
Delivery Method: Group-Live Classroom
Federal Publications Seminars is affiliated with West Professional Development and is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.
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CPE Hours
This program is eligible for: 9.5 (CPE) hours of credit
Program Level: Intermediate
Program Prerequisite: None
Advance Preparation: None
Method: Group-Live
CLP: Continuous Learning Points
Approved for CLP by Defense Acquisition University
Defense Acquisition Workforce members must acquire 80 Continuous Learning Points (CLP) every two years from the date of entry into the acquisition workforce for as long as the member remains in an acquisition position per DoD Instruction 5000.66. We will provide you with documentation of points awarded for completing the event.
CLP Hours
This program is eligible for: 8.0 (CLP) hours of credit
CLE: Continuing Legal Education
States have widely varying regulations regarding MCLE credit. LegalEdcenter is an approved provider in AL, AK, AR, CA, GA, IL, ME, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WI, and WV. Credit may be applied for in other jurisdictions on request and in accordance with state MCLE rules.
Please note that because some states are changing their policy on CLE reporting, you will need to fill out the request for credit from Federal Publications Seminars within 10 business days, or we may not be able to issue credits for the program.
CLE Hours
This program is eligible for: 8.25 (60 minutes), (50 minutes)
Travel
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Level
  • 100
    Basic or fundamental subject matter is covered. Courses are geared to general knowledge or can be taken as a refresher.
  • 200
    Specific topics or issues within a topic area are covered. Students should be familiar with terms of art and general concepts concerning the course topic.
  • 300
    Workshops and class discussions cover specific subject matter in-depth, and participation is strongly encouraged. Attendees should have at least 2-3 years' experience in the area of study.
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